nature
Burnham Park
Iconic park with boating lagoon and bike rentals
Best timeNovember - February
Duration3-4 days
Budget / day₱1,500 - ₱4,000
From Manila4-6 hours by
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The lay of the land
Baguio is a mountain city known for its cool climate, pine trees, and strawberry farms. Perched 1,500 meters above sea level, it offers a refreshing escape from tropical heat with its parks, markets, and vibrant arts scene.
Baguio, officially the City of Baguio, is a highly urbanized city in the Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 368,426 people.
Travel guide
Baguio is a highland city of 366,358 people in the province of Benguet, Philippines. Due to its cool mountain weather relative to the rest of the country, it is considered the "Summer Capital of the Philippines." The city is abundant in pine trees, so it is nicknamed the City of Pines.
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Highlights
01
Cool climate year-round (15-23°C)
02
Fresh strawberries and vegetables
03
Beautiful parks and gardens
04
Rich arts and crafts culture
What to see
Top attractions
landmark
Mines View Park
Panoramic views of abandoned mines and mountains
nature
Strawberry Farm
Pick your own strawberries in La Trinidad
landmark
Session Road
Main street with cafes, shops, and night market
cultural
The Mansion
Official summer residence of the President
nature
Camp John Hay
Former US military base, now a park and resort
cultural
BenCab Museum
Contemporary art museum with stunning views
cultural
Tam-awan Village
Recreated Cordillera village and artists' colony
How to spend the days
Things to do
Activity
Strawberry Picking
Pick fresh strawberries at La Trinidad
Guide price₱300-500
Activity
Burnham Park Boating
Row a boat on the lagoon
Guide price₱100-150/30min
Activity
Pine Tree Walk
Walk among pine trees at Camp John Hay
Guide priceFree
Activity
Night Market Shopping
Ukay-ukay and street food at Harrison Road
Guide priceVaries
Activity
BenCab Museum Tour
Explore Filipino contemporary art
Guide price₱150 entrance
Activity
Horseback Riding
Ride horses at Wright Park
Guide price₱200-400
Activity
Sagada Day Trip
Visit hanging coffins and caves (3-4 hours away)
Guide price₱2,000-4,000
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Logistics
Getting there
Nearest airportNone - drive from Manila
From Manila4-6 hours by car/bus via TPLEX
Travel options
- Bus from Manila (Victory Liner, Genesis) - 4-6 hours
- Private car via TPLEX - 4 hours
- Fly to Clark + 2.5 hour drive
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Eat
Local food
Strawberry Taho
Silken tofu with strawberry syrup - Baguio specialty
Good Shepherd Products
Ube jam, strawberry jam, peanut brittle
Bulalo
Beef bone marrow soup - perfect for cold weather
Fresh Vegetables
Highland vegetables at the public market
Sleep
Where to stay
Session Road Area
Central location, walking distance to everything
Nightly range₱1,000-4,000/night
Camp John Hay
Pine tree setting, quieter, resort atmosphere
Nightly range₱3,000-10,000/night
Burnham Park Area
Near the park, budget to mid-range options
Nightly range₱800-2,500/night
La Trinidad
Near strawberry farms, local experience
Nightly range₱600-2,000/night
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